Do you have big plans for your life in 2026? If so, make sure your smile is part of these plans! In today’s blog, your Kansas City, MO, dentist talks about a few simple resolutions that could help you safeguard your smile in 2026 and beyond.

The Need for Better Homecare

If we take better care of our smiles from home each day, this can significantly limit the risk of painful issues like tooth decay and gum disease. Which is why we urge everyone to make sure they brush and floss properly! You should brush your teeth in the morning and at night, and each session should take at least two minutes. We recommend a toothbrush with soft bristles, and a fluoride toothpaste to help keep your enamel strong.

You also need to floss, which removes the trapped food and drink particles that a toothbrush alone cannot. You should floss every evening before bed, and before you brush that second time, You can use a pick, string, or tape, as long as you clean up and down each side of every tooth, and dip beneath the gum line when you do each time.

Your First Checkup of 2026

Now is also a great time to schedule that first checkup of 2026, so you can start the year with better oral health. With a dental exam, we will conduct a diagnosis with precision using digital x-rays and intraoral cameras, which allows us to identify concerns in the early stages. We then provide treatment to address these issues and keep your smile whole. We also clean your teeth in the same visit, a process that allows us to remove all plaque and tartar from the teeth with an ultrasonic scaling device and a manual pick. The cleaning not only brightens your teeth, but lowers the risk of bad breath, teeth stains, cavities, and even gum disease.

Do You Have a Serious Oral Health Issue?

For people with an aching tooth, we could provide relief with a filling. Our team can even treat more severe damage with a crown, and take on bruxism (teeth grinding) and jaw pain with an oral appliance. If you have missing teeth, we can provide a full smile again with bridges, dentures, and even dental implants. Our team is also ready to address the stained or misshapen teeth with cosmetic treatments like bonding or even porcelain veneers.

If you have any questions, then contact our team today to learn more!

Schedule a Visit for Your First 2026 Exam

We would love to help you maintain good oral health and a smile that shines. To find out more about our office or to schedule your visit, call Delightful Dental Care in Kansas City, MO at (816) 942-7669 today.